Must-see hotels in East Bali

  • Hotel Komune

    East Bali

    A resort in the true sense of the word, Komune offers everything needed for an active and enjoyable holiday. The surf here is among Bali's best, although…

  • Candi Beach Resort and Spa

    Candidasa

    Stylish, environmentally conscious and lavishly endowed with facilities, this is undisputedly Candidasa's best accommodation option. Rooms come in six…

  • Bloo Lagoon Eco Village

    Padangbai

    Crowning a clifftop at the town's eastern edge, this place is notable for its sea-facing yoga deck (free classes daily), well-priced spa (massages 210…

  • Darmada Eco Resort

    East Bali

    Rooms at this well-priced resort set in a lush river valley are simple affairs, but this isn't a problem as most guests spend their time in the lovely…

  • Segara Lestari Villa

    East Bali

    Associated with the Sea Communities social enterprise (www.seacommunities.com), Gede and Made's oceanside guesthouse has simple garden bungalows and four…

  • Samanvaya

    East Bali

    Sidemen's original boutique choice, the Samanvaya commands sweeping views over rice fields to the ocean and has a textbook 'Bali chic' decor. Every room…

  • Nirwana Resort & Spa

    Candidasa

    A dramatic walk across a lotus pond sets the atmospheric tone at this classy and tranquil resort. The 18 well-spaced units are arranged around a gorgeous…

  • Alila Manggis

    East Bali

    A huge swimming pool fringed with palms is the centrepiece of this family-friendly resort on the coast. The 55 good-sized rooms have a simple but stylish…

  • Spa Village Resort Tembok

    East Bali

    In need of rejuvenation? If so, the packages at this tranquil 31-room oceanfront resort northeast of Tembok will appeal. These include comfortable…

  • Melasti Beach Bungalows

    East Bali

    Located at Melasti Beach, west of Amed village, this stylish, good-value B&B is operated by American expat Missy, who is a genial and welcoming host…

  • Ocean Prana Hostel

    East Bali

    Attached to the freediving school of the same name, this hostel has two thatched bungalows in a large compound. Each has four bunk beds downstairs, two…

  • Pondok Batur Indah

    East Bali

    Jaw-dropping is the only word to use when describing the rice-terrace views enjoyed from the terrace of this homestay on the ridge above Tirta Gangga. The…

  • Pondok Alam Bukit

    East Bali

    One of a number of tranquil homestays perched on the edge of a ridge overlooking the water palace, this pondok (guesthouse) currently offers two…

  • Narayana Homestay

    East Bali

    Secreted at the rear of a family compound on the mountain side of the main road, this friendly place has an authentic village flavour. Five rooms are set…

  • Alamdhari Resort & Spa

    East Bali

    This boutique choice is pleasing to both the eye and the wallet. The 14 rooms are light and airy, with comfortable beds, fans, excellent bathrooms and…

  • Baliku Dive Resort

    East Bali

    Nine large freestanding villa-style units with spacious sea-facing verandahs and romantic four-poster beds sheathed in mosquito nets are among the…

  • Sleepy Croc

    Candidasa

    Opened in 2018, this small backpacker-style hostel offers two dorms (one mixed, one female only); each sleeps eight and fronts onto the pool. Most action…

  • Santai Hotel

    East Bali

    The name of this lovely clifftop option means 'relax', and its facilities make this easy, with a bougainvillea-fringed pool, plenty of sun lounges, a spa,…

  • Meditasi

    East Bali

    Get off the grid at this chilled-out hideaway. Meditation, healing and yoga classes help you relax and the rooms are well situated for good swimming and…

  • Wapa di Ume

    East Bali

    Associated with the Ubud hotel of the same name, this is the first luxury resort in the Sidemen area. Villas (some with private pool) are scattered across…

  • Side by Side Organic Garden & Homestay

    East Bali

    Set amid lush rice fields near Tirta Gangga in the tiny village of Dausa, this non-profit endeavour was set up to give work to locals and improve their…

  • Rama Shinta Hotel

    Candidasa

    Set next to Candidasa's pretty lagoon, Rama Shinta's 15 rooms are split between a two-storey stone structure and bungalows. All have terraces and have…

  • Hotel Uyah Amed

    East Bali

    One of the original Amed resorts, the Uyah is looking faded but still has lots going for it. Rooms have small terraces, good bathrooms and four-poster…

  • Aman­kila

    East Bali

    Perched on jutting cliffs, this luxury resort has three infinity pools that step down to the sea in a cascade of aqua blue – a magnificent sight. The 33…

  • Nalini Resort

    East Bali

    Though the stony beach in front of this boutique hotel isn't ideal for swimming or sunbathing, a small jade-green pool compensates. The eight rooms are…

  • Aquaterrace

    East Bali

    Perched on the headland right above the blue water of the Bali Sea, this hotel has a distinctive white and aquamarine colour scheme that complements its…

  • Coral View Villas

    East Bali

    Lush grounds incorporating a naturalistic pool and plenty of palm trees are the main draw at this well-run hotel. The bungalows may be set too close…

  • Amarta Beach Cottages

    Candidasa

    Amarta's 16 rooms are arranged in a garden compound right next to Mendira Beach; the best are the modern suites at the rear of the compound, which have…

  • Puri Oka Beach Bungalows

    Candidasa

    Resembling a homestay compound, this well-priced guesthouse is hidden behind a banana grove east of town. Cramped standard rooms have air-con, simple…

  • Alam Anda

    East Bali

    German-owned, this oceanside resort is dated but well maintained. A reef just offshore keeps the on-site dive centre busy (dives €23 to €60, snorkel…

  • Palm Garden Amed

    East Bali

    Swiss owned, this small resort has a garden setting and a good stretch of beach. There are three standard rooms with cramped bathrooms, five larger garden…

  • Bali Sandat Guest House

    East Bali

    You'll feel like you're staying with friends at this family-run guesthouse located deep in a waterfront palm forest in a remote part of East Bali. The…

  • Nirarta Centre

    East Bali

    Guests here partake in serious programs for personal and spiritual development, including free daily meditation sessions. The comfortable rooms are split…

  • Khrisna Home Stay

    East Bali

    This friendly nine-room homestay is surrounded by organic fruit trees and has a cute pool area. The rooms are comfortable, although the singles are very…

  • Apa Kabar Villas

    East Bali

    Villas in this compact compound are in a variety of sizes and have kitchen facilities, so are ideal for families; cottages are smaller but have sea views…

  • Pondok Lembah Dukuh

    East Bali

    On the edge of a ridge commanding spectacular views over the rice fields, this guesthouse offers four charming bungalows with individual terraces. Rooms…

  • Anda Amed Resort

    East Bali

    This whitewashed hillside hotel complex contrasts with its lushly green grounds. The infinity pool is an ahhh-inducing classic of the genre and has…

  • Giri Carik

    East Bali

    The key to Sidemen's charm lies in its simplicity, and this place is a good example. Five basic rooms (some with wonderful views from small terraces), a…

  • Bamboo Paradise

    Padangbai

    Padangbai's best budget accommodation is in a leafy street close to the port. It's had a full makeover but the laid-back vibe, bar, lounge, dorm…

  • OK Divers Resort & Spa

    Padangbai

    Facilities here are the best the town has to offer, with a spa, two pools, a well-regarded dive centre and a pavilion cafe. Rooms are well set up and the…